1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1976 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1976 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1976 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Innocenti Mini | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | Mini | Sable |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |
